London Squire Guidebook – 2026 Edition
Squire – definition: a) a man who accompanies or escorts; b) a friendly form of address, as in ‘nice to meet you, squire’
If you enjoy reading the reviews on this website then check out my ebook – London Squire. There are over 210 landmarks, attractions and hotels described inside from art galleries, palaces, parades and museums, to sightseeing buses, boats, churches, cathedrals and skyscrapers… and I’ve been to every single one of them myself – honest!
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Over 210 reviews and 675 original photographs
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Note: These images are representative, and may appear differently in different ereaders. The text has also been updated with different times and prices
I’ve reviewed all of the must-see places like Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s and the London Eye, and all of the popular family attractions, art galleries and museums are in here as well, alongside famous parades like Changing the Guard. I’ve also reviewed some of the more daring events like attending Prime Minister’s Questions, having dinner at The Ritz, and climbing up Big Ben to stand five-feet from the bell.
How to use the buses, taxis and trains
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If you’re new to London then you should find my big chapter explaining how to ride the buses, taxis and trains useful. I totally understand that tourists might feel a bit nervous going on the tube for the first time when they’re not sure what to do, so this chapter should help to calm their nerves. It’s a complete how-to guide for using public transport, with an up-to-date table of ticket prices.
Hotel reviews, itineraries and handy practical info
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I’ve also reviewed over twenty hotels that I’ve actually stayed at myself, from the 3★ Premier Inn to the 5★ Ritz. And I hope you’ll find my example itineraries useful as well – I’ve put together over two weeks’ worth to give you plenty of ideas about how to make the most of your time. And after that comes another chapter filled with lots of handy practical info like how to telephone abroad, how much everyday items cost in the shops, and how to save money with discount passes.
What I try and do throughout the book is walk through the door like a tourist, and then tell you exactly what I see. I queue up in the pouring rain, traipse around the grounds for three hours, and then tell you whether it was worth getting soaked. I drag my suitcase around the hotels, faint at the minibar prices, and then tell you whether they forgot to re-stock the teabags.
Hopefully my book will encourage you to explore London. If you’re planning a holiday with friends or family then it should give you plenty of decent ideas. And if you’re more of a solitary soul, like me, then I hope to be good company as you wander around the streets in the rain (and I apologise in advance for all my terrible jokes). Have fun in London! – Craig
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